Tax & Legal Services​/M&A - Pillar Two - Senior Manager

About Us With offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals, we are one of the world’s leading professional services networks, helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. For over 40 years, we have contributed to the Middle East’s transformation journey, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today, more than 12,000 of us across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the region’s future.

Line Of Service Overview At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

Business Unit Overview The Pillar Two operation unit focuses on helping multinational clients comply with the OECD’s global minimum tax rules under BEPS 2.0. It provides advisory and compliance services, supports top‑up tax calculations, and leverages advanced technology solutions for accurate reporting. By combining deep tax expertise with innovative tools, the team ensures clients meet evolving regulatory requirements efficiently while driving global collaboration and thought leadership in international tax.

As a Senior Manager, you’ll lead complex, high-impact engagements and serve as a strategic advisor to senior client stakeholders. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Drive Expertise and Thought Leadership:
  Shape the firm’s Pillar Two (BEPS 2.0) strategy in the Middle East, deepening technical knowledge and influencing market positioning.
• Lead End‑to‑End Delivery:
  Oversee readiness assessments, impact modelling, and implementation roadmaps for UAE‑headquartered and regional multinationals, ensuring quality and timely execution.
• Translate Complexity into Action:
  Interpret OECD/GloBE and UAE rules into practical frameworks, governance models, and client‑specific operating procedures.
• Design Scalable Solutions:
  Architect minimum‑tax compliance and reporting processes, integrating ERP and tax technology solutions to optimise data flows and automation.
• Act as a Trusted Advisor:
  Provide proactive insights on regulatory developments and business implications, engaging with C‑suite and senior leadership.
• Coach and Develop Teams:
  Lead cross‑functional delivery teams, mentor Managers/Seniors, and embed quality standards while navigating ambiguity and tight deadlines.
• Contribute to Market Growth:
  Develop client‑facing materials, thought leadership, and training; support business development through RFP solutioning, scoping, and pipeline building across the region.
• Monitor and Influence Regulatory Landscape:
  Stay ahead of Middle East developments, briefing clients and internal teams on compliance and reporting implications.

• Demonstrated experience in tax advisory, compliance, and international tax matters, ideally with exposure to Pillar Two regulations.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Designations &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong knowledge of OECD Pillar Two framework and global minimum tax rules, proficiency in tax modelling, data analysis, and reporting tools.
• Soft Skills:
  • Leadership and team management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Problem‑solving and strategic thinking under tight deadlines.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Fluency in English;
  Arabic is an advantage.
• Travel Requirements:
  Your flexibility to travel. This means we may require you to work away from your base office location on a regular basis and frequent overnight stays may be required. Where possible, we will take your preferences into account and strike a balance between meeting your career development/personal needs and those of the business and our clients.

At PwC Middle East, we expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviours of The PwC Professional framework, helping us deliver on our strategy while growing and developing as leaders at every level.

At PwC Middle East, you’ll find more than just a job‑you’ll build a meaningful career, supported by rewards and benefits that help you thrive. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and programmes that promote well‑being, balance, and personal growth. You’ll have access to continuous learning, digital upskilling, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity. Are you ready to make a difference by applying your unique perspective and talents?

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